New Delhi, Nov. 7 -- Liam Lawson remains in a holding pattern over his place on the 2027 Formula 1 grid even though he currently sits ninth in the drivers' championship. Racing Bulls are still assessing three drivers for their two seats and have yet to name either of their 2027 racers.

Team principal Alan Permane has explained that the squad prefers a careful review rather than a hurried call. Lawson, whose results have helped Racing Bulls sit fifth in the constructors' standings, has openly wondered what else the team expects from him after a solid season.

The New Zealander is up against current team-mate Arvid Lindblad and Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov. With most other teams already locked in for next year, the wait has left Lawson wi...